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The detail that defines this set sits underneath, which is not where anyone looks first.
The bases are curved and sloping, so the foot swells outward and then falls away where it meets the board. The pieces appear to float just above their squares.
Above that it is a large, confident Staunton with a 108mm king and a queen standing unusually close behind him.
King and queen share the same base width, so the centre of the back rank reads as a matched royal pair and not as a hierarchy.
You will find it in our luxury chess pieces.
The sloping base is a small idea that changes the whole look of the army.
A flat sided base stops abruptly at the board. A sloping one carries the eye down and out, so the eye reads each piece as hovering rather than as planted, and the whole set looks softer than its size suggests.
The matched royal bases are the other deliberate decision. King and queen are the same width at the foot and differ only in height and in crown against coronet, which keeps the centre of the rank tidy.
Below them the bishop, knight and rook share a base width too, so the outer rank sits on one footprint and the back row looks like a considered group and not a row of separate turnings.
These pieces suit larger boards, with squares of 55mm to 65mm. The window is generous but the set is drawn for the top of it, and at 55mm the sloping bases lose most of the room they need to work. If you have a choice, take the larger square.
The carving, the weight and every dimension are identical on both, and the light army is boxwood either way. Only the dark side changes.
Bud rosewood, also sold as African padauk, is a warm reddish brown with strong figure running through it. It is the livelier of the two and it lifts noticeably under a lamp.
Ebony is the quieter choice, a flat near black with almost no grain, and it gives the hardest contrast against the boxwood light army.
On a set defined by its shapes, ebony lets those shapes speak without any figure competing. Bud rosewood gives you colour and movement instead, which suits a warmer room.
Both weigh the same and need the same board, so this decides how the set looks and nothing more.
It also suits a room with other timber in it better than a stark set would, because the sloping bases and the curved profile keep the whole thing from looking severe.
Care is simple. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from heaters and air vents, dust it with a dry soft cloth, and leave oil, furniture polish and solvent based cleaners alone.
The bases are the reason to buy it. It is the kind of detail you notice on the second look, and it is what stops a large Staunton from looking heavy footed.
The matched royal pair is the other thing worth noticing. Most patterns make the king wider as well as taller; this one lets height and crown do the distinguishing, and the rank looks better for it.
It is a big army and it wants a big board and a permanent spot. For something you can pack away between games, start with our tournament chess pieces.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
55mm to 65mm squares. The window is generous but the set is drawn for the top of it, so if you have a choice take the larger square.
Only the dark timber. Bud rosewood is a warm reddish brown with figure; ebony is a flat near black. Every dimension and the weight are identical.
They are curved and sloping, so the foot swells out and then falls away where it meets the board. It makes the pieces appear to sit just above their squares rather than on them.
It is a deliberate part of the design. The two royal pieces match in width and differ in height and in crown against coronet, which keeps the centre of the rank tidy.
Yes, it is the same timber sold under both names. It is a warm reddish brown with strong visible figure that lifts noticeably under a lamp.
34 pieces, which is two more than a game array uses. No board is included, so that is chosen separately.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King |
108mm high (4.3 inch), 44mm base |
|
Queen |
94mm high (3.7 inch), 44mm base |
|
Bishop |
80mm high (3.1 inch), 40mm base |
|
Knight |
74mm high (2.9 inch), 40mm base |
|
Rook |
64mm high (2.5 inch), 40mm base |
|
Pawn |
58mm high (2.3 inch), 36mm base |
|
Bud Rosewood option |
Bud rosewood (African padauk) dark pieces, boxwood light pieces, 1,600 grams (3.4 lbs) |
|
Ebony Wood option |
Ebony dark pieces, boxwood light pieces, 1,600 grams (3.4 lbs) |
|
Recommended square size |
55mm to 65mm (2.16 inch to 2.56 inch) |
|
Piece count |
34 |
|
Chess board |
Not included |
34 chess pieces in the timber chosen
Two pieces more than a standard game array uses
Chess board not included
Storage box not included
All products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.
Is shipping really free?
Yes — we offer free standard shipping on all orders across Australia, with no minimum spend. The price you see at checkout is the price you pay.
Are there any exceptions to free shipping?
No exceptions. Every order ships free, regardless of size, weight, or order value.
How long will my order take to arrive?
Orders are typically dispatched within 1–2 business days, with delivery times depending on your location. You'll receive tracking details by email once your order is on its way.
Do you ship to all areas of Australia?
Yes, we deliver Australia-wide, including regional and remote areas — all at no shipping cost to you.
Can I track my order?
Absolutely. As soon as your order ships, we'll email you a tracking number so you can follow its journey to your door.
What if I need my order quickly?
Get in touch before ordering and we'll do our best to help. Standard shipping is free, and we'll advise on the fastest available option for your area. To contact us, simply email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au, call (03) 7037 0931 or open the live chat.
Changed your mind? You can return unused, unopened items within 100 days of your order date, provided they’re in original packaging and resaleable condition. Sterling Chess will cover the cost of shipping return items under our 100-day free returns policy.
All Sterling Chess products are backed by Australian Consumer Law and include a minimum 12-month Australian warranty. If there’s an issue with your product, our team is here to help and will work to make it right.
Click here to view our full returns policy.
If you're shopping for a new chess set, you're in the right place—and here's why.
1. We know chess inside and out
At Sterling Chess, we're not just another online store. We’re chess lovers, players, collectors, and game night fanatics.
That means we care about quality, balance, and feel—and we only stock sets we’d use ourselves. From tournament-grade boards to handcrafted wooden pieces, we’ve got what real players want.
2. Unmatched variety for every player
Whether you're just learning or a lifelong grandmaster, we have something for you.
Looking for a folding set for travel? A stunning showpiece for your home? A kid-friendly set for your budding chess champion? We’ve got it all—and more.
3. Fast and FREE shipping on all orders
Shipping is FREE on all Sterling Chess orders.
We ship quickly from local and international warehouses, so you’re not waiting weeks to get your game on.
Most orders are packed and sent within 24–48 hours. Plus, you’ll get tracking updates every step of the way.
4. Customer support that actually helps
Have a question? Need help choosing a set? Our friendly team is ready to help—no scripts, no bots, just real people who care about your experience.
You can call our team anytime between business hours on (03) 7037 0931 or email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au. Alternatively, you can use our live chat during business hours to contact our helpful support team.
5. Thousands of happy customers
Don't just take our word for it—our reviews speak for themselves. Sterling Chess is trusted by thousands of players who keep coming back for more. Great products. Great service. No hassle.
6. Classic games, too
We're all about chess—but we also carry backgammon, checkers, poker and other timeless strategy games. If you love the classics, you’ll feel right at home.
Ready to make your move?
Choose a chess set that fits your style, skill level, and space—and enjoy the Sterling Chess difference. You’ll love how it looks. You’ll love how it plays. And you’ll love buying from a team that loves the game just as much as you do.
The detail that defines this set sits underneath, which is not where anyone looks first.
The bases are curved and sloping, so the foot swells outward and then falls away where it meets the board. The pieces appear to float just above their squares.
Above that it is a large, confident Staunton with a 108mm king and a queen standing unusually close behind him.
King and queen share the same base width, so the centre of the back rank reads as a matched royal pair and not as a hierarchy.
You will find it in our luxury chess pieces.
The sloping base is a small idea that changes the whole look of the army.
A flat sided base stops abruptly at the board. A sloping one carries the eye down and out, so the eye reads each piece as hovering rather than as planted, and the whole set looks softer than its size suggests.
The matched royal bases are the other deliberate decision. King and queen are the same width at the foot and differ only in height and in crown against coronet, which keeps the centre of the rank tidy.
Below them the bishop, knight and rook share a base width too, so the outer rank sits on one footprint and the back row looks like a considered group and not a row of separate turnings.
These pieces suit larger boards, with squares of 55mm to 65mm. The window is generous but the set is drawn for the top of it, and at 55mm the sloping bases lose most of the room they need to work. If you have a choice, take the larger square.
The carving, the weight and every dimension are identical on both, and the light army is boxwood either way. Only the dark side changes.
Bud rosewood, also sold as African padauk, is a warm reddish brown with strong figure running through it. It is the livelier of the two and it lifts noticeably under a lamp.
Ebony is the quieter choice, a flat near black with almost no grain, and it gives the hardest contrast against the boxwood light army.
On a set defined by its shapes, ebony lets those shapes speak without any figure competing. Bud rosewood gives you colour and movement instead, which suits a warmer room.
Both weigh the same and need the same board, so this decides how the set looks and nothing more.
It also suits a room with other timber in it better than a stark set would, because the sloping bases and the curved profile keep the whole thing from looking severe.
Care is simple. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from heaters and air vents, dust it with a dry soft cloth, and leave oil, furniture polish and solvent based cleaners alone.
The bases are the reason to buy it. It is the kind of detail you notice on the second look, and it is what stops a large Staunton from looking heavy footed.
The matched royal pair is the other thing worth noticing. Most patterns make the king wider as well as taller; this one lets height and crown do the distinguishing, and the rank looks better for it.
It is a big army and it wants a big board and a permanent spot. For something you can pack away between games, start with our tournament chess pieces.
- Blake Sterling, CEO & Founder, Sterling Chess
55mm to 65mm squares. The window is generous but the set is drawn for the top of it, so if you have a choice take the larger square.
Only the dark timber. Bud rosewood is a warm reddish brown with figure; ebony is a flat near black. Every dimension and the weight are identical.
They are curved and sloping, so the foot swells out and then falls away where it meets the board. It makes the pieces appear to sit just above their squares rather than on them.
It is a deliberate part of the design. The two royal pieces match in width and differ in height and in crown against coronet, which keeps the centre of the rank tidy.
Yes, it is the same timber sold under both names. It is a warm reddish brown with strong visible figure that lifts noticeably under a lamp.
34 pieces, which is two more than a game array uses. No board is included, so that is chosen separately.
|
Spec |
Detail |
|
King |
108mm high (4.3 inch), 44mm base |
|
Queen |
94mm high (3.7 inch), 44mm base |
|
Bishop |
80mm high (3.1 inch), 40mm base |
|
Knight |
74mm high (2.9 inch), 40mm base |
|
Rook |
64mm high (2.5 inch), 40mm base |
|
Pawn |
58mm high (2.3 inch), 36mm base |
|
Bud Rosewood option |
Bud rosewood (African padauk) dark pieces, boxwood light pieces, 1,600 grams (3.4 lbs) |
|
Ebony Wood option |
Ebony dark pieces, boxwood light pieces, 1,600 grams (3.4 lbs) |
|
Recommended square size |
55mm to 65mm (2.16 inch to 2.56 inch) |
|
Piece count |
34 |
|
Chess board |
Not included |
34 chess pieces in the timber chosen
Two pieces more than a standard game array uses
Chess board not included
Storage box not included
All products sold by Sterling Chess are backed by a 12 month limited manufacturer warranty. This covers manufacturing defects and cracking, and ensures every product is 100% genuine. If you need assistance, our team is only a call or email away.
Is shipping really free?
Yes — we offer free standard shipping on all orders across Australia, with no minimum spend. The price you see at checkout is the price you pay.
Are there any exceptions to free shipping?
No exceptions. Every order ships free, regardless of size, weight, or order value.
How long will my order take to arrive?
Orders are typically dispatched within 1–2 business days, with delivery times depending on your location. You'll receive tracking details by email once your order is on its way.
Do you ship to all areas of Australia?
Yes, we deliver Australia-wide, including regional and remote areas — all at no shipping cost to you.
Can I track my order?
Absolutely. As soon as your order ships, we'll email you a tracking number so you can follow its journey to your door.
What if I need my order quickly?
Get in touch before ordering and we'll do our best to help. Standard shipping is free, and we'll advise on the fastest available option for your area. To contact us, simply email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au, call (03) 7037 0931 or open the live chat.
Changed your mind? You can return unused, unopened items within 100 days of your order date, provided they’re in original packaging and resaleable condition. Sterling Chess will cover the cost of shipping return items under our 100-day free returns policy.
All Sterling Chess products are backed by Australian Consumer Law and include a minimum 12-month Australian warranty. If there’s an issue with your product, our team is here to help and will work to make it right.
Click here to view our full returns policy.
If you're shopping for a new chess set, you're in the right place—and here's why.
1. We know chess inside and out
At Sterling Chess, we're not just another online store. We’re chess lovers, players, collectors, and game night fanatics.
That means we care about quality, balance, and feel—and we only stock sets we’d use ourselves. From tournament-grade boards to handcrafted wooden pieces, we’ve got what real players want.
2. Unmatched variety for every player
Whether you're just learning or a lifelong grandmaster, we have something for you.
Looking for a folding set for travel? A stunning showpiece for your home? A kid-friendly set for your budding chess champion? We’ve got it all—and more.
3. Fast and FREE shipping on all orders
Shipping is FREE on all Sterling Chess orders.
We ship quickly from local and international warehouses, so you’re not waiting weeks to get your game on.
Most orders are packed and sent within 24–48 hours. Plus, you’ll get tracking updates every step of the way.
4. Customer support that actually helps
Have a question? Need help choosing a set? Our friendly team is ready to help—no scripts, no bots, just real people who care about your experience.
You can call our team anytime between business hours on (03) 7037 0931 or email us at support@sterlingchess.com.au. Alternatively, you can use our live chat during business hours to contact our helpful support team.
5. Thousands of happy customers
Don't just take our word for it—our reviews speak for themselves. Sterling Chess is trusted by thousands of players who keep coming back for more. Great products. Great service. No hassle.
6. Classic games, too
We're all about chess—but we also carry backgammon, checkers, poker and other timeless strategy games. If you love the classics, you’ll feel right at home.
Ready to make your move?
Choose a chess set that fits your style, skill level, and space—and enjoy the Sterling Chess difference. You’ll love how it looks. You’ll love how it plays. And you’ll love buying from a team that loves the game just as much as you do.
